Helping Attendees Get Started for Webinars efile Support Basic QRG
System Requirements Operating system Windows 7 or later Windows Server 2008 and 2008 RT or later Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion) or later Web Browser Google Chrome v39 or later Mozilla Firefox v34 or later Internet Explorer v9 or later Apple Safari v6 or later Internet connection 1 Mbps or better (broadband recommended) Software GoToWebinar desktop app JavaScript enabled Hardware 2GB or more of RAM Microphone and speakers (USB headset recommended**) if unmuted by the organizer 2
Register for a Session To attend a session, you'll first need to register using the Registration URL in your email invitation. After you register, you'll receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the session when it's time. 1. Click the Registration URL in your invitation email. 2. Fill out all required fields in the registration form and click Register. 3. Once you've successfully registered, you'll see a Registration Confirmation page. If the organizer sets up automatic approval, you'll immediately receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the session. If the organizer sets up manual approval, the organizer must first approve your registration before you'll receive a confirmation email. 4. When it's time for the session, just click the Join URL in your confirmation email. Don't share the Join URL with anyone it's unique to you. 3
Join a Session Join a session from your invitation email 1. Open the calendar invitation you received from the organizer. 2. Click the Join URL when it's time to start. 3. If you're on a desktop computer, you may need to first download the Citrix Online Launcher file to launch the session. If you already have the app installed on your desktop, you can join by clicking the daisy icon. If you're joining a meeting or webinar, you can download the GoToMeeting app for Android or ios and join from your mobile device. 4
Before a session 1. To test your connection from a computer or mobile device, join the test session using the following URL: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/join/406552062. 2. You will automatically be launched into session. Desktop users If you have not yet installed the GoToWebinar desktop application, the download will automatically begin. See Install on Windows or Install on Mac for more information. Mobile users If you have not yet installed the GoToWebinar app, you will be directed to the app store to download it. 3. If you see a "Waiting for Organizer" message, you've successfully joined the test session. You should be able to join GoToMeeting, GoToWebinar and GoToTraining sessions from this computer. Close the "Waiting for Organizer" dialog to exit the test session. 5
Control Panel When you first join a session, the Control Panel appears on the right side of your screen. Use the Control Panel to manage your session. To free up space on your desktop, you can collapse the Control Panel and use the Grab Tab to continue to manage your session. Grab Tab: From the Grab Tab, you can hide the Control Panel, mute yourself (if you have been unmuted by the organizer), view the webinar in full screen and raise your hand. Audio Pane: Use the Audio pane to switch between Telephone and Mic & Speakers. Questions Pane: Ask questions for the staff. 6
Audio Setting and Options Once you have joined the online portion of the session, audio information is provided in the Audio pane of the Control Panel.You will either be able to join the audio portion via telephone, VoIP and/or both. You can select your preference in the Audio pane of your Control Panel. The user can go to http://support.citrixonline.com/en_us/webinar/all_files/g2w060001 to test their computer before getting started. Use your telephone You can dial in using the telephone number and access code. Enter the Audio PIN if provided. Use VoIP You can also use your computer's mic and speakers. For optimum sound quality, a headset is recommended, preferably a USB headset for ease of use. If using a microphone, it should be a distance of at least 1.5 feet away from any speakers that are built in to or connected to your computer. Using your webcam s microphone is not recommended. Mute your audio You can mute/unmute your audio from your Control Panel by clicking the microphone icon or telephone icon. If you dialed in to the audio conference via telephone, you must enter your Audio PIN before you or the organizer can mute you. Know who's speaking The bottom of the Audio Pane and Viewer will indicate who's speaking. If you entered the Audio PIN when dialed in by phone, other attendees will see your name when you are speaking. 7
Questions If you have any questions during a webinar, you can enter your questions into the Questions pane for the organizer or panelists to answer. 1. Type your question into the Questions pane and click Send. The organizer can choose to answer the question themselves or to assign the question to panelists to answer. 8
End a Session You can leave a session at any time. Leave a session Click File from the Control Panel and select Exit Leave Webinar. -or- Click the Exit icon in the Control Panel, Viewer or webcam. > Select Yes in the dialog box. 9